Procurement Analyst III - Sterile Processing, Santa Monica

Description Take on a prominent leadership position in the Surgical Processing Department.

Incumbent will perform duties as a Loaner Tray Coordinator: manages and follows department business and regulatory practices when receiving, inventorying, processing and returning of vendor loaner, consigned and owned instrument and implant trays; when indicated by patient care requirements.

Other major duties include, but are not limited to, distribution of supplies or equipment, customer service and departmental efficiencies.

Facilitates care and processing of surgical instruments; and functions in the Certified Sterile Processing Technician role as needed.

Cross training will be provided.

Develop and recommend new policies, procedures, and practice and implements specific recommendations, which may include coordinating with several service departments and personnel; provides advice and assistance with problem solving.Qualifications Graduate of recognized Surgical Technologist program or certified Surgical Technologist with more than one-year experience preferred.

Current possession of National Certificate for Surgical Scrub Technician preferred.

Scrub Tech background preferred.

Central Service Technician certification preferred.\n \n\nStrictly obeys the healthcare regulations for infection control: failure to adhere to these regulations will result in disciplinary action.\nProperly utilizes and provides resource information regarding proper sterilization techniques, product information, equipment operation, etc.

To fellow staff and other healthcare team members, serves as a resource for people needing direction as required.\nConsistently demonstrates a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.\nActively participates in Quality Management and PIE programs where appropriate.\nConsistently adheres to UCLA Perioperative Services policies and procedures, including universal precautions.\nAttends all in-services/workshops as requested.

Assists in the orientation and skill development of new staff members.

Attends and participates in required fire, safety, disaster, body mechanics, etc.

Classes and/or drills.\nAlways ensures a safe working environment for self and co-workers.

Monitors and reports unsafe acts or conditions and takes appropriate proactive steps to resolve and/or report.\nConsistently maintains good guest relations interdepartmentally, interdepartmentally, using English language in both written and verbal format, uses good telephone etiquette, sensitive to co-workers, patients, physicians, and family members, consistently maintains a courteous and respectful manner, confidentiality of patients, healthcare or physician related information\nMaintains a positive attitude and behavior: efficient and productive with time utilization.

Strives to be a team player.

Adapts to change in workload.

Conducts personal business on break or lunchtime.\nAlways rotates supplies, both prepackaged and interdepartmentally packaged, using the first in/first out method.

Always inspects for package integrity and appropriate change of chemical indicators.\nAlways responds to the needs of all areas.

If unable to meet their needs keeps them informed and offer alternatives.

Prioritizes appropriately and knows when to call for assistance.\nAble to rotate efficiently to all shifts as assigned.\nAble to work independently\nAbility to safely perform repetitive bending, stooping, squatting, standing, sitting during an eight to twelve-hour day.

\nAbility to push and pull heavy case carts \nSufficient dexterity and strength to perform standard duties including assisting in, documentation and equipment use.

\nAbility to learn, understand and navigate computer systems –CareConnect, LAWSON, MS Excel, MS Access\nSkill in persuading others to accept and comply with established practices to expedite the smooth functioning of the Department.\nAbility to accept shift changes as the needs of the Department require\nSkill in setting priorities, recognizing emergency situations and taking appropriate action based on past experiences or according to instructions from the Nurse-in-Charge\nSkill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction and supervision.\nSkill in performing repetitive work according to set procedures, sequence, and pace.\nAbility to respond to Emergency Call (i.e.

In case of a disaster), and follow instructions.\nPhysical ability to lift heavy objects, push or pull heavy carts, handle surgical equipment carefully and safely and stand for long periods of time.\nAbility to learn new procedures and improve existing skills by participating in various types of training courses.\nAbility to reprocess flexible scopes.\n\n